Joshua Kerry charged with preparing terrorist acts

Joshua Kerry was charged on October 2 with one count of preparing terrorist acts, with the alleged activity including conduct against Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, Counter Terrorism Policing said. The charge concerns activity alleged to have taken place between May 31, 2024, and July 8, 2026. It is an accusation, not a finding of guilt. Kerry, 28, of Rotherham, South Yorkshire, is also accused of murdering Ann Widdecombe. Reports say he was charged with her murder in July. The supplied accounts do not detail the specific conduct underlying the terrorism charge or explain the alleged connection to Farage. The Crown Prosecution Service said it reviewed the evidence and decided there was sufficient evidence to prosecute Kerry. Chief Crown Prosecutor Frank Ferguson said prosecutors had worked with police to bring the case to court. The service said proceedings remain active and Kerry has the right to a fair trial. Kerry is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates Court on October 7 in connection with the terrorism charge. That scheduled hearing is a future step in the case; no outcome has been reported.